Manager, Technical Services – Cityplaza (Building Surveying, 2-year Contract)

Swire Properties; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Swire Properties Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a Manager, Technical Services for Cityplaza to lead building surveying and technical operations. The role focuses on safe, reliable daily operations and strategic asset maintenance in a premier lifestyle hub.

The successful candidate will oversee budgets, manage multidisciplinary teams, and coordinate with tenants and stakeholders to align technical services with business needs, ensuring compliance and sustainable practices across the property.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• Qualified professional building surveyor with MHKIS, MRICS or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience in building maintenance, alterations and additions works, and fitting-out works for commercial properties, including at least 3 years at supervisory level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building fabric and structural maintenance for safe, reliable and efficient daily operations.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary projects, uphold relevant professional standards and oversee compliance within its remit at Cityplaza.
• Develop asset lifecycle plans and oversee major maintenance, replacement and enhancement projects to meet long-term needs and preserve asset value.
• Manage consultants, contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with statutory, corporate, technical and safety requirements, while upholding safety, quality, audit and service delivery standards.
• Prepare and manage operating and capital budgets, control expenditure and allocate resources effectively.
• Lead and develop in-house professional surveyors and technicians to deliver customer-focused technical services.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, tenants and external parties to align technical services and works with operational, leasing and business needs.
• Advise management on asset priorities, operational performance and technical risk mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Technical Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building Surveying

MRICS/MHKIS or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Project

Job description

Manager, Technical Services – Cityplaza (Building Surveying, 2-year Contract)

(REF-OS01271)

ABOUT THE TEAM

We are Makers. Makers Required.

We are Makers - people who care deeply about shaping places where life, work and nature can flourish together. Grounded in our heritage and united by a culture of trust and respect, we dare to take on ambitious ideas and turn them into something real - thoughtfully, collaboratively, and with care for the communities we serve. Our people are at the heart of it all: free to be themselves, driven to make a difference, and inspired to create alongside others. Brick by brick, we build vibrant, inclusive spaces that stand the test of time - because real progress comes from people who choose to make it happen.

We are currently looking for a talented Manager, Technical Services to join our Technical Team in Hong Kong’s premier lifestyle hub - Cityplaza. It is the ultimate place to shop, dine, work, play and relax. Our Technical Team of specialised engineers and building surveyors are dedicated professionals who drive our sustainable practices forward, make cutting-edge enhancements to our buildings so Cityplaza is even more exceptional, and support our daily operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee building fabric and structural maintenance for safe, reliable and efficient daily operations
• Coordinate multidisciplinary projects, uphold relevant professional standards and oversee compliance within its remit at Cityplaza
• Develop asset lifecycle plans and oversee major maintenance, replacement and enhancement projects to meet long-term needs and preserve asset value
• Manage consultants, contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with statutory, corporate, technical and safety requirements, while upholding safety, quality, audit and service delivery standards
• Prepare and manage operating and capital budgets, control expenditure and allocate resources effectively
• Lead and develop in-house professional surveyors and technicians to deliver customer-focused technical services
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, tenants and external parties to align technical services and works with operational, leasing and business needs.
• Advise management on asset priorities, operational performance and technical risk mitigation

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline
• Qualified professional building surveyor with MHKIS, MRICS or an equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 8 years’ relevant experience in building maintenance, alterations and additions works, and fitting-out works for commercial properties, including at least 3 years at supervisory level
• Proven experience in managing large-scale commercial building operations, maintenance planning and capital improvement projects.
• Sound knowledge of statutory compliance, safety management, asset management and sustainability practices.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and AutoCAD
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Chinese
• Required to attend emergency calls and support incident management outside normal working hours when necessary

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Decision Quality
• Business Acumen
• Drives for Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Builds Effective Teams
• Drives Engagement
• Situational Adaptability

WHY CHOOSE US

• Randstad Hong Kong: Awarded Most Attractive Employer in the Property and Real Estate sector for 2024 and 2025
• HRoot Awards (Chinese Mainland): Received the Best Employer Award for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024, and 2025, together with the Best Social Enterprises Award in 2024

Don’t Miss This Opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, Swire Properties strives to foster a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace, where People can thrive.

If you require special assistance and accommodations during any part of the recruitment process, including the online application and/or the selection process, please reach out to us via email at any time.

If we haven't contacted you six weeks after your submission, then please consider your application unsuccessful this time.

All personal data collected during the application process will be kept for 12 months after its completion, and then destroyed. All information will be used for recruitment and appointment purposes only. The Company will handle all personal data confidentially in accordance with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance.